The militarization of our law enforcement is due to an unprecedented expansion of government power in this realm. ... Americans must never sacrifice their liberty for an illusive and dangerous, or false, security. (Rand Paul)

The militarization of our law enforcement is due to an unprecedented expansion of government power in this realm. ... Americans must never sacrifice their liberty for an illusive and dangerous, or false, security.

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